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Delaware State Fair Begins Thursday – Watch for Travel Changes Around Fairgrounds in Harrington
The Delaware State Fair begins on Thursday. Expect changes in travel in the area around the Fairgrounds in Harrington. On Thursday East Fairground Road between East Street and Route 13 will be closed through Sunday, July 28th. Detours are posted – the eastbound lane will be used to increase the safety of pedestrians accessing the…
Read MoreOpening Day of the Delaware State Fair
Today, July 20th, is Opening Day of the Delaware State Fair. Gates will open at 12:00 noon marking the start of the 104th year of the fair. You’ll find additional information on the State Fair website. HOME | Delaware State Fair
Read MoreDelaware State Fair Increasing Security
The Delaware State Fair is preparing for over 300,000 visitors later this month when the State Fair opens in Harrington on July 20th. Fair officials are working with local and state law enforcement to develop increased security – increased security cameras, fixed security bollards, increased police staffing and walk through metal detectors that will be…
Read MoreLive Poultry Exhibits & Competitions Canceled for 2022 Delaware State Fair
In an effort to curb the spread of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), the Delaware Department of Agriculture, in consultation with the State Epidemiologist Office, has issued a directive for all live poultry competitions and exhibits at the 2022 Delaware State Fair to be canceled for the 2022 event. “With the United States continuing to have positive…
Read MoreDNREC Honors Young Environmentalists, Including A Sussex Co. Student
Delaware and the Department of Natural Resources have paid tribute to three students as DNREC Young Environmentalists of the Year. This year’s group of honorees includes 18-year-old Julia Rial of Lewes, whose efforts have included organizing beach clean-ups and tree-plantings. The Sussex Academy student is also a co-founder of the “Delaware Youth Chapter of Extinction…
Read MoreDel. State Fair Visitors Can Support Hunger Relief Today
It’s Day Five of the Delaware State Fair. It’s also a day visitors can support hunger relief. Free admission at the gate is offered to anyone who brings five Food Lion – brand non-perishable food items. The proceeds will benefit the Food Bank of Delaware.
Read MoreGovernor Carney Discusses Schools, Testing for Businesses and the NJ Quarantine List
During this week’s coronavirus update, Governor John Carney spoke briefly on the upcoming school reopening and what might be forthcoming. There are three scenarios regarding community spread that will guide them. Minimal spread – would allow school buildings to open for in-person instruction. Minimal to moderate spread – schools might use a hybrid model of…
Read MoreMusical Superstars Coming to Delaware State Fair’s 100th Birthday
The Delaware State Fair is 100 this year – and has upped the ante with the final announcement this afternoon of this summer’s concerts. While the fair is known for great entertainment every summer, this year will shine just a little brighter with country superstars Sugarland and Brantley Gilbert. Just announced – Maryland natives Brothers…
Read MoreDelaware State Fair Announces 2019 Concert Line-up
The Delaware State Fair has released the artists slated to perform at this year’s fair. Among the names: some of the biggest artists and groups in country music, along with a few names yet to be announced. The Fair, celebrating it’s 100th year announced the country duo Sugarland will perform on the fair’s opening night…
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